What is the cheapest way to get from Kendal to Swansea?

The cheapest way to get from Kendal to Swansea is to bus via Birmingham which costs £35 - £65 and takes 12h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kendal to Swansea?

The fastest way to get from Kendal to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Kendal and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Kendal to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Weavers Court and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Kendal and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Kendal to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Kendal and arriving at Swansea via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Kendal to Swansea?

The distance between Kendal and Swansea is 278 miles. The road distance is 235.7 miles.

How do I travel from Kendal to Swansea without a car?

The best way to get from Kendal to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £100 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Kendal to Swansea?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Kendal to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Swansea bus from?

Kendal to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Kendal to Swansea train from?

Kendal to Swansea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Kendal to Swansea?

The best way to get from Kendal to Swansea is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 10h 24m.

Where does the Kendal to Swansea bus arrive?

Kendal to Swansea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Kendal to Swansea train arrive?

Kendal to Swansea train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Kendal to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Kendal to Swansea is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Kendal to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Kendal to Swansea?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 52m
£101–187
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Underpass to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
12h 23m
£39–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
10h 24m
£56–133
Drive 234.3 mi
1. Drive from Kendal to Swanseacar 234.3 mi
4h 44m
£57–83
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
7h 15m
£113–208

Kendal to Swansea by train

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Distance: 276.1 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Kendal, England and Swansea, Wales?

You can take a train from Kendal to Swansea via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Weavers Court to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Sophia Gardens in around 10h 24m.

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